"Working Families Tax Cut” Legislation, Public Law 119-21: Summary of Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Related Provisions
Public Law 119-21, which CMS refers to as the "Working Families Tax Cut" (WFTC) legislation, includes significant eligibility and financing reforms in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and focuses on the connection of health to work through community engagement.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: November 18, 2025
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